RSR Finish - Super simple 30 minute DIY

[slow&rusty]

Very ingenious.
Kudos!
I've been very impressed with the quality of Rustoleum paint.

[alwaysflat6s]

No updates from those who did this a while ago??? It would be appreciated.

[alwaysflat6s]

I was studying this again as well as checking online for paints. The Krylon paint illustrated is not "dull" but 'bright". I see what appears to be the same paint online and am hoping someone can confirm this is the same 1403. I also found a Krylon Dull Aluminum #1403 which looks quite different.

I'm impressed with the work put into this as well as the results. I mostly want to use the correct product.

[Determined]

Looks great!

[Harpo]

I had a cracked rim and a partial can of 2k paint so I thought I would give it a try.

[Harpo]

So far so good. Even though I used the 3M duct tape I still had some leakage. If I do this again I will get a tub big enough for my wheel and I will put the tub and add water.

[Harpo]

The paint was not quite dry but I was paranoid about my water leaking out so using a tooth pick I removed most of the silver paint that was sitting on the surface of the water.

[Harpo]

Overall I'm very happy with the results and the effort that I put it to this rim. For my good rims I will have them powder coated black (everything) then apply to Eastwood 2K silver paint.

[nene]

FYI,

My mistake was NOT covering up the lug holes. Once you tightened the lugs, the paint will crack which may extend beyond the hole!!

Serge

[nene]

[alwaysflat6s]

Nice info and thanks!

[Bitte ein Bit]

Originally Posted by alwaysflat6s

I was studying this again as well as checking online for paints. The Krylon paint illustrated is not "dull" but 'bright". I see what appears to be the same paint online and am hoping someone can confirm this is the same 1403. I also found a Krylon Dull Aluminum #1403 which looks quite different.

I'm impressed with the work put into this as well as the results. I mostly want to use the correct product.

I am getting ready to try this. I am including photos of the paint I purchased yesterday. Can graphics are different but this is the only 1403 Dull Aluminum I could find.

Finally settled on O' Reilly's about 6$ a can.

alwaysflat6' hope this helps.

[911pcars]

There's a real issue (or detail) about preserving the paint. How to protect it so it lasts years (?) before redoing the process?

Sherwood

[Harpo]

All you can do is buy the best paint available. That is why I chose the 2K paint at $25 per can

[The Watson]

Subscribed and awesome!

[Helix8]

Agree with Harpo do this is a tub instead of taping the backsides. Easier and no mess if your taping leaks during the paint drying process.

[911pcars]

Originally Posted by Harpo

All you can do is buy the best paint available. That is why I chose the 2K paint at $25 per can

Thanks for sharing. FWIW, some reviews re: 2K Clear from Bezos:
https://www.amazon.com/Eastwood-14148Z-Spray-Paint/dp/B0743FCN5L/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=eastwood+2k+spray+paint%2C+matte+black&qid=1611453970&sr=8-1

Sherwood

[Harpo]

Originally Posted by Helix8

Agree with Harpo do this is a tub instead of taping the backsides. Easier and no mess if your taping leaks during the paint drying process.

Unfortunately I have not yet found a tub that is big enough to put a rim in. If anyone has any ideas I would appreciate it.

David

[Bitte ein Bit]

Is there anyone that has done this and can report back on longevity? I am only curious about painting the petals and wear and tear of washing, etc...

I am going to go on ahead with the process and will report how things are holding up - i'll try and log in here to give updates.

[Harpo]

I deliberately left my wheel outside since August and still looks awesome